1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Monteverdi |
| Model | 512 TR | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5210 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
