2005 BMW 320 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 BMW 320 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
