2008 BMW X3 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1978 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
