1959 BMW 507 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1979 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 507 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
