1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2005 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2005 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 M | Enzo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 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 | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
