1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1990 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
