1998 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 555 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 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
