2007 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1974 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
