2009 BMW 530 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 35 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
