2009 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 525 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
