1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 19 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Maybach 57. (543 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2002 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. (815 Nm). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. 2002 Maybach 57 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. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | 57 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
