1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 512 M | TSO |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5666 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
