1992 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
