1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 BB | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4948 cc |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 125 L |