2006 BMW X3 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1971 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
