1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 11 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 240 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. 1994 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Roadmaster | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
