2001 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1961 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 M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2140 mm |
