1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 TR | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4963 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
