1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 35 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 675 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 530 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
