1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 29 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 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 | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 BB | F430 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4308 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 108 L |
