1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 512 TR | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5898 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
