1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1983 Ferrari 126
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 126 is newer by 18 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, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 960 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 126.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1983 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 500 Superfast | 126 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
