2008 BMW 335 vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1991 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota MR2. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota MR2. 2008 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
