2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Sprinter | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2560 mm |
