1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 843 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 246. (226 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 246. 2012 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 246 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 246 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 246 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
