1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 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 363 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 545 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 512 M | 124 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1197 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |