1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
