1978 Toyota Mark II vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 720 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 X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Mark II | X3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |