1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino 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 230 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 M | Dino |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2418 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
