1984 BMW 323 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
