2007 BMW 550 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
