2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1993 Toyota MR2. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Maranello | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
