1996 BMW 540 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1980 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 540 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |