1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 23 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 320 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | 512 BB | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5498 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
