1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 540 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 2012 Lexus LFA has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | MR2 | LFA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
