1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse 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 353 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 575 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | 512 M | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1596 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |