1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1190 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.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 512 BB | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2013 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | (:1): 9. |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2745 mm |
