1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 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 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 512 M | 1430 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1438 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |