1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 287 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BB | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
