1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 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 73 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 BB | 993 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3589 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
