2008 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1973 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
