1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager 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 209 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 301 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Because 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 512 BBi | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
