2004 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 27 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1520 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
