2006 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2

To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 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 750 (491 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 750 2001 Toyota MR2
Make BMW Toyota
Model 750 MR2
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4799 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 491 Nm 170 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2470 mm


 

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