1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 29 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (510 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 760 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (624 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2743 mm |
