1995 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 16 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 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 750 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |