1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 14 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 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 282 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 512 M | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
