1978 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 530 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2968 mm |
