1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2497 mm |
