2008 BMW 130 vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 16 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 140 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1375 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
