2007 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 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 |
