1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 16 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 512 M | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1600 mm |
