1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. 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 526 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (250 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Century |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
