1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 29 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Saleen S7.
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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saleen |
| Model | 512 BB | S7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7000 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 399 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 Weight | 1452 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2692 mm |
