1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 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 73 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 495 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40. 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) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 M | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 85 Nm |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |