1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 24 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 531 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 580 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 632 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mahindra |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1780 mm |
