1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 790 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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.
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1985 Dodge Conquest | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Conquest | 512 F1 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 12000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |