1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 177 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 424 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 512 BBi | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2696 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
