1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, both 1996 Ferrari 512 M and 1996 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 290 more horse power than 1996 Saab 900. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1996 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Saab 900. 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, 1996 Saab 900, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1996 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ferrari | Saab |
Model | 512 M | 900 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1985 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |