1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 660 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 512 M | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7446 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3110 mm |
