2004 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 574 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 M3 (350 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
