1990 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota MR2 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | MR2 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
