2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 10 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 437 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | SSR | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
