2005 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 554 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
