1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603. 1976 Bristol 603 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 603 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | 603 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
