1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 456 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |