1975 BMW 320 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1972 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 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
