1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1999 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 208 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.5 mm |
| 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 | 1132 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |
