1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 1981 BMW M1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW M1 (273 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW M1 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | M1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3453 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 273 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
