1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 400 Superamerica | MR2 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |