1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 30 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 239 more horse power than 2013 Audi A7. (414 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A7. (549 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | A7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2914 mm |
