1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1952 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 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 303 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 225 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1900. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1952 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 BB | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 35 L |
