2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 6 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 65 kg more than 2002 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 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 360 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
