2006 BMW X5 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2140 mm |
