1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 6 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) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 928. (288 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 928.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (410 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 BB | 928 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2957 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
