1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2.
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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 208 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |