1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sprinter | 525 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
