1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 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 130 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1211 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150. 2011 Ford E-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. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 BB | E-150 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 125 L |