1995 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Toyota MR2 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | MR2 | 325 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |