1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 454 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 213 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 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
