1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 512 BB | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 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 | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |