1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 512 TR | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
