2008 BMW 130 vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
