1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (631 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | SL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 631 Nm |
| 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 |
