1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 545 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. 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 TR (501 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 512 TR | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
