1963 BMW 502 vs. 2008 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1963 BMW 502 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sprinter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sprinter. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2008 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 502 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
