1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 31 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 348 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 512 BB | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2956 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2425 mm |
