2007 BMW 320 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 29 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 2,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
