1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, both 1996 Ferrari F512 M and 1996 Mazda Levante were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 238 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F512 M | Levante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
