1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 1970 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Vega | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 110 L |
