1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 24 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BBi | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5407 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 106 L |
