1988 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |