1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 4 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Testarossa | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
