1997 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 318 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |