1995 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 17 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 970 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.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota MR2 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | MR2 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
