1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 14 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 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 175 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 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 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
| Model | F512 M | A10 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 346 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2636 mm |
