2001 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 18 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 352 more horse power than 2001 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (407 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Aceca | 512 BBi Turbo |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 815 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |