1998 BMW V12 vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW V12 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 BMW V12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (378 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW V12 | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | V12 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 570 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 909 Nm | 378 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1620 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |