1977 BMW 732 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1977 BMW 732.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 732 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 732 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 732 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
