1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
