1993 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 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, 1993 BMW 316 (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
