1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 346 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo 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 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius, 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius. 2007 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Prius |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
