1992 BMW 520 vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 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), 1994 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 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 1994 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
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 | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
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 |