1992 BMW 518 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 518 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 518 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 518 | MR-S |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |