1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 BMW 120 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 120 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
