2009 BMW X3 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1975 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
