1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 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 415 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mondial | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
