1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW Z4 (298 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | MR2 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
