1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (319 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 410 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 512 BB | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
