1956 BMW 507 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 507 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
