2000 BMW 323 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
