1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. (605 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1000 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. (815 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | SL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
