2009 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2590 mm |
