1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 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 187 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 BB | 208 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
