1999 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 23 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 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 BMW 750. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 750 | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |