1998 BMW 318 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 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 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
