1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 32 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 468 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 BB | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
