2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR-S would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S. 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 Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | MR-S |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |