2006 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
