1975 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (339 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 BB | 928 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 346 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
