1986 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 BMW 730. 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 730 | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |