2001 BMW M vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 24 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 620 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
