1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1963 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia 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) has 308 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 622 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1963 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BB | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |
