1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 280 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 512 BB | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4254 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
