1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 32 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 610 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, 2011 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 125 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
