1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1998 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1998 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 TR | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5474 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 479 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
