1988 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 668 kg more than 2008 Toyota MR2. 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 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 | 1733 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |