2007 BMW 335 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1977 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
