1972 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |