2006 BMW 530 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
