1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life 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 @ 8250 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 F512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, 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 F512 M (719 Nm) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F512 M | Life |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
