1999 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 22 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1429 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
