2009 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
