1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 17 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 203 more horse power than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.

Because 2012 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. 2012 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1995 Ferrari 512 M 2012 Saab 03-Sep
Make Ferrari Saab
Model 512 M 03-Sep
Year Released 1995 2012
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 2000 cc
Horse Power 423 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1755 kg