1976 Ferrari 512 S vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, both 1976 Ferrari 512 S and 1976 Ford Taunus were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 512 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 S (543 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 S should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 S.
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1976 Ferrari 512 S | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 S | Taunus |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4993 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1115 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |