1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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 F512 M (719 Nm) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F512 M | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
