1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
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 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant 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 346 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 512 M | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
