2001 BMW 318 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 640 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
