2005 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 26 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 490 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
