1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 BBi | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3824 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 67 L |
