1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 905 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
