1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO 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 54 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 522 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 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) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 BB | GTO |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2953 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
