1972 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Toyota Will
To start off, 2005 Toyota Will is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Will weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
Because 2005 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Will. 2005 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2005 Toyota Will | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Will |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |