1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1971 Holden Monaro

To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 306 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari 512 M 1971 Holden Monaro
Make Ferrari Holden
Model 512 M Monaro
Year Released 1996 1971
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 2834 cc
Horse Power 422 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2830 mm