1956 BMW 507 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 26 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 54 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1982 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 507 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
