1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 918 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 33 | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
