2001 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
