1975 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (339 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 554 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BB | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
