1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 2012 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 BB | F-250 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 132 L |