1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 525 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 M | 8V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1901 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
