1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota MR2 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | MR2 | 116 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |