1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 38 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1310 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | X5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2933 mm |
