2006 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
