1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 122 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 BB | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5661 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 96 L |
