2006 BMW 630 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 630 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
