2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 612 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
