1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2002 | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 2002 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |