2009 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 31 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 354 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 685 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
