1982 BMW 318 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
