1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1149 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 2010 Ford F-150 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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BB | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 136 L |
