2005 BMW 740 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 28 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1180 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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |
