1956 BMW 502 vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 204 kg more than 1956 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 502 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
