2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Toyota MR2. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota MR2. (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
