1977 BMW 528 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 2 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 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 116 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 661 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
