2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (423 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
