1988 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 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 M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
