2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (73 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z3 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |