2009 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 825 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, 2009 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
