1990 BMW 850 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1982 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
