2008 BMW X3 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 985 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, 2008 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
