1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 8 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | 512 TR | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5498 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
