1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 18 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |
