1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 569 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 512 BBi | 1430 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1438 cc |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |