1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1999 Vector M12. (484 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vector M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F50. (520 Nm). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vector |
| Model | F50 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
