2002 BMW 760 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1997 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 859 kg more than 1997 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 760 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
