1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1974 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1974 Reliant Rebel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 1974 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
Model | 412 GT | Rebel |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |