2007 BMW 120 vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 120 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |