1992 BMW 520 vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |