1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 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 489 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | S |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
