1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 BB | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2688 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 79 L |
