1998 BMW 323 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1998 BMW 323.
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 (246 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 323 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |