1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BB | Contour |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2544 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
