1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 45 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 573 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 512 BB | 400 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4823 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 220 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 | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 118 L |