2009 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 704 kg more than 1979 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
