1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 171 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F512 M | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
