1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ronda 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 382 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 635 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Seat Ronda, 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 512 M | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1714 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
