1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 TR | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
