1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 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 270 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | 512 BBi | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 33 L |
