1994 BMW 730 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1979 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
