2003 BMW 520 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 23 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 725 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
