2012 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 458 Italia | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2640 mm |
