1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 22 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 166 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1998 Toyota Sienna, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 1998 Toyota Sienna 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. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 BB | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
