1992 BMW 520 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 9 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1992 BMW 520.
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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
