1997 BMW S3 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1976 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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
