1996 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 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 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 545 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |