Toyota MR2 Drag Races Supra, a Lot of Fanboys Will Cry

Anyone who thinks a particular car is undefeatable has yet to mature. No vehicle or man is undefeatable in any circumstances. Many kids grew up worshipping the Toyota Supra due to all the YouTube videos. Being unable to see past the first layer of information is a big problem for the young generation.

It's a matter of time before they realize that any Supra faster than a Veyron is no longer a simple Toyota. That applies to other things, too; think of all the "fake it until you make it" influencers. Those who become genuinely obsessed with cars will learn the difference sooner or later.

If you invest $50,000 in a Toyota Supra and then do the same with any old Honda or BMW, you might end up with two cars just as fast in a straight line. But there are too many variables to consider when doing math like this. Racing is not all about going in a straight line. And it's not all about the car; the driver is also a crucial part of the story.

Let's switch back to the main focus for now. Two Toyotas are ready to go head-to-head down the quarter mile (402 meters) on a typical wet surface in the UK. Both cars look stock until you start paying attention to some details. The MR2 owner decided to perform a K-swap on his vehicle. These Honda engines are increasingly more popular these days, as they're both affordable and prone to making a ton of horsepower with the proper setup.

In standard form, the MR2 Turbo is good for 200 horsepower. But this VTEC-kicked-in model has a maximum output of 520 hp thanks partly to a Pulsar PTX3582 turbo. The engine bay of the Supra looks stunning, and inside, you'll find a Borg Warner S366SXE Twin Scroll turbo. Reportedly, the 2JZ should be capable of delivering 560 hp, but there are still some other things we need to consider here.

The Supra is about 771 lbs (350 kg) heavier than the MR2. Also, the latter has an MR setup: with the engine in the back, there should be more traction to work with. If you plan on making a bet, the wisest thing to do is go for the MR2. The rolling race is up first: you wouldn't want to break any axles, clutches, or gearbox immediately with the standard format. I know this is a massive spoiler, but once VTEC kicks in, Supra fanboys will start to cry.