2007 BMW 550 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1983 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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
