1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 76 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3.3 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
