1998 BMW 328 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 875 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 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
