1996 BMW 520 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2.
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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 520 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |