1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 515 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 512 M | MR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1794 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1455 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |