1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari California.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2009 Ferrari California | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 512 M | California |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4300 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |