1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 344 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 358 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 512 TR | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1690 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
