2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 26 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Brooklands. (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Brooklands.
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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. (815 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Brooklands | 512 BBi Turbo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 815 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2660 mm |