1995 BMW S3 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 969 kg more than 1972 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 S3 (260 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
