1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 14 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 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 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 120 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 TR | F430 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4308 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
