1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (136 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 190 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, 2012 BMW 116 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 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 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mark II | 116 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
