1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP) has 387 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 Seat 131. 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 F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | F512 M | 131 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
