2006 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 27 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 784 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
