1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1968 BMW 2000 1983 Toyota Sprinter
Make BMW Toyota
Model 2000 Sprinter
Year Released 1968 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1588 cc
Horse Power 118 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2410 mm


 

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