2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 450 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 360 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 183 Nm |
| 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 | 1390 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |
