1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 86 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
