1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1965 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 145 kg more than 1965 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1965 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 512 M | 2300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2279 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |