1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 202 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 512 TR | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2970 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
