1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 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 560 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 780 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline. 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 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline. 1985 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Skyline |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 653 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 815 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |