Head to head
BMW M2VSToyota Supra
The BMW M2 wins on paper
Compared: BMW M2 G87 2023–present and Toyota Supra A90 2019–present, from verified fact sheets.
| BMW M2 | Toyota Supra | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline-six | 3.0 L turbocharged inline-six (BMW-sourced) |
| Displacement | 2,993 cc | 2,998 cc |
| Aspiration | twin-turbo | Single twin-scroll turbocharger |
| Power | 453 hp338 kW | 335 hp250 kW |
| Torque | 550 Nm406 lb-ft | 500 Nm369 lb-ft |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1 s0-60 mph ≈ 3.9 s | 4.3 s0-60 mph ≈ 4.1 s |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Gearbox | 8-speed M Steptronic automatic or 6-speed manual | ZF 8HP 8-speed automatic; 6-speed manual offered from 2023 |
The BMW M2 takes 3 of the five figures that decide a straight fight (power, torque, 0-100 km/h, weight and power-to-weight); its rival takes 0. Gaps under 2% (under 0.1 s to 100 km/h) count for nobody. 0-60 mph times are estimated from 0-100 km/h.
BMW M2 or Toyota Supra: which should you pick?
Pick the BMW M2 if you want
- the quicker sprint to 100 km/h
- more power
- more torque
Pick the Toyota Supra if you want
No figure in its favour: choose it for the sound, the looks or the badge.
How the BMW M2 and Toyota Supra sound
BMW M2
- Same S58 engine family as the G80 M3 and G82 M4, giving a deeper, more muted turbo six note than older naturally aspirated M engines
- Cabin sound is augmented through the speakers
Toyota Supra
- Turbocharged inline-six with electronically valved active exhaust.
- Cabin sound is augmented through the audio system.
Known weak points
BMW M2
- Kerb weight is a common owner and press complaint compared with the F87
Toyota Supra
- Plastic factory charge pipe can crack when boost is raised by tuning.
- Oil filter housing gasket leaks, a known B58 issue.