2000 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1978 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 X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
