2000 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |