1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 741 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 512 TR | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3645 mm |
