1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1971 Ford Maverick
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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick 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 (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Ford Maverick. 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 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1971 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 M | Maverick |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2780 cc |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |