2005 BMW 325 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
