2007 BMW 523 vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 523 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
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 | 175 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 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 | 1490 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |