1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR 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 240 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 176 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.

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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Ferrari 512 TR 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Ferrari Hyundai
Model 512 TR Santa Fe
Year Released 1993 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 2701 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 422 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1746 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2710 mm


 

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