1998 BMW 323 vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 3 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), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 323 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |