1998 BMW 316 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
