1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 570 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 512 TR | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
