1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1987 TVR Tasmin is newer by 11 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 159 more horse power than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 TVR Tasmin. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 512 BB | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3528 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
