1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Mondial | MR2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |