1981 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 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 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
