2000 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 21 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 595 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Mark II |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |