2007 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1979 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |