1981 BMW 520 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 520 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 BMW 520 (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 520 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
