1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1964 Rover P5
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 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 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 236 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 512 BB | P5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 52 L |