1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 32 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 100 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 512 BB | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4691 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
