1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 21 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 120 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 491 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 512 BBi | Equus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3497 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
