1997 BMW 850 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 18 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1979 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |