1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra 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 263 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra. 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra, 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 512 TR | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
