1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 512 M |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |