1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F355 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1350 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |