1973 Ferrari 312 vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. (355 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
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:
| 1973 Ferrari 312 | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 312 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
