2001 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 650 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
