1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 24 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 512 BB | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5379 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |