2004 BMW M6 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1973 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
