1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (300 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 300 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 512 BB | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
