2007 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 36 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 1000 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
