1998 BMW 328 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
