1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1010 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 638 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Ferrari | SSC |
Model | 412 GT | Tuatara |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2667 mm |