1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 307 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 512 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 M | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
