1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 BMW 1602 is newer by 1 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1602 weights approximately 90 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, 1975 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1602 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
