1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 793 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari F50 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Ferrari Chevrolet
Model F50 Colorado
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Roadster Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4698 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 750 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 10500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 258 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 907 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1100 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 72 L


 

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