1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 36 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 512 BB | A8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
