2009 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
