1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste

To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
Make Ferrari Mitsubishi
Model 500 Superfast Celeste
Year Released 1965 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 1439 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 396 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2350 mm


 

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