1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 2000 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
