2009 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 20 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1989 Toyota MR2. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 545 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota MR2. (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota MR2. 2009 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
