1990 BMW 518 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 12 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 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, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 518 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |