2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 28 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 649 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (332 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Town & Country | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 110 L |
