1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 37 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1465 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 550 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4400 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3071 mm |
