1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, both 1996 Ferrari F512 M and 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 138 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | F512 M | Diamante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7255 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |