1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 22 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (389 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 25 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (520 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
