2007 BMW X3 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 1010 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
