1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 262 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 420 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 512 M | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
