1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 279 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F512 M | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
