1974 BMW 518 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 518 (90 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 518 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 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, 1974 BMW 518 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 518 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 518 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
