1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
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 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 337 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 720 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 M | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
