2008 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
