1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Monte Carlo | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |