1993 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | MR-S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
