1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 644 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 293 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dacia |
| Model | F50 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2673 mm |
