2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 1 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 8C Competizione | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |