2003 BMW X3 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 27 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 620 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, 2003 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
