1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe 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 207 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 BB | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2277 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
