2008 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2170 mm |
