1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 31 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 194 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 775 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 BB | ML |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2685 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 83 L |
