2005 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 1020 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
