1999 BMW V12 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 23 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 435 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | V12 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1195 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
