1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo 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 538 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 665 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Celica |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 653 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 815 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |