2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (190 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
