1977 Ferrari 400 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. (223 HP @ 12000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 400 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
