1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 254 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
