1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 696 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Expedition. 2010 Ford Expedition 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. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3023 mm |
