2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 935 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. (719 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. 2001 Bentley Continental 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. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Continental | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
