1986 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
