1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Camaro 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 299 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 512 M | Camaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4375 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |