1992 BMW 540 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 746 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 540 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
