1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 54 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
Model | Avanti | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 339 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 452 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |