1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 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 290 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 429 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F512 M | 912 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
