1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi 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 222 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 269 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BBi | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
