1992 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
