1975 BMW 315 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 315 (75 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 315 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1979 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 315 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 315 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 315 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
