1990 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1974 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 M3 (240 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
