1981 BMW 628 vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1984 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 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 628 | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 628 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
