1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 500 Superfast | MR2 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |