1998 BMW 728 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 1050 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 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 728 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
