1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 585 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1975 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 TR | Capri |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |