2007 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| 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 |
