1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1984 Toyota MR2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Toyota |
| Model | GT | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
