2007 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
