1988 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 16 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 735 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
