1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Mark II | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mark II | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
