1995 Ferrari F355 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 F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 750 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 F355 (364 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 48 L |
