2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 730 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
