1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 21 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 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 50 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 BB | F355 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 82 L |
