2006 BMW 650 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 7 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 650 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |