1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 711 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 525 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
