2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 215 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 360 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1450 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |