1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 1994 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 18 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 182 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. 1994 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ferrari 512 BB 1994 Toyota Lexcen
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 512 BB Lexcen
Year Released 1976 1994
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 3791 cc
Horse Power 355 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2740 mm


 

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