1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 548 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. (499 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F512 M | F50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 376 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 110 L |
