2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Sprinter | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 510 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2560 mm |
