1991 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 318 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 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, 1991 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 318 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |