1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 26 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 217 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 127 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 512 BBi | Colt |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2835 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 95 L |
