1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR 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 341 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva 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 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 512 TR | Niva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1688 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
