1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 545 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
