1991 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,802 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 316 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 316. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 316 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
