1975 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Toyota Will
To start off, 2005 Toyota Will is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Will weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520. 2005 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 2005 Toyota Will | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Will |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
