1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 1600 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 1600 weights approximately 21 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, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
