1977 BMW 528 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1973 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
