1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 210 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |
