1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1995 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 19 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 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 400 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca 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 | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Ferrari | Italdesign |
| Model | 512 BB | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4987 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
