2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 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 25 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
