1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 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 318 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400.
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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | 400 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
