2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 19 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1560 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. (815 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. 2002 Bentley State Limousine 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. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | State Limousine | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2660 mm |
