1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 545 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 365 GT | MR2 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |