2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Convertible | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
