1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 321 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 69 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 512 M | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2384 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
