2009 BMW 528 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 528 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
