2004 BMW 645 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 25 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 740 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, 2004 BMW 645 (447 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 645 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 645 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
