1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 12 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 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 300 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 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 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 512 BB | F40 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |