2009 BMW 335 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
