Ferrari 512 BBi
The final and most refined evolution of Ferrari's wedge-shaped flat-12 flagship.
- Power
- 340 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.4 s
- Top speed
- 174 mph
- Est. value
- $228k–$524k
About the Ferrari 512 BBi
The 512 BBi represents the ultimate development of the Berlinetta Boxer series, replacing the carburetted 512 BB in 1981. The 'i' denotes the switch to Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, which improved reliability and cold-start manners while meeting stricter global emissions standards. Though peak power dropped slightly compared to its predecessor, the BBi offered a broader torque curve and superior drivability. Its mid-mounted flat-12 engine sits above the gearbox, a unique layout that gives the car a high centre of gravity but allows for a remarkably short wheelbase. As the last of the hand-built Boxers before the Testarossa, it remains a landmark of Pininfarina's wedge-era design.
Ferrari 512 BBi specs
The Ferrari 512 BBi produces 340 bhp (254 kW) and 451 Nm (333 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.4 seconds and has a top speed of 174 mph (280 km/h).
| Make | Ferrari |
|---|---|
| Model | 512 BBi |
| Trim | 512 BBi |
| Years | 1981–1984 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 1,007 built |
| Engine | 4.9-litre flat-12 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,943 cc (4.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 340 bhp (254 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 451 Nm (333 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.4 s |
| Top speed | 174 mph (280 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,581 kg (3,486 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 215 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Ferrari 512 BBi worth?
A typical Ferrari 512 BBi is estimated to be worth $228,000 – $524,000 (about £170,000 – £391,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Ferrari 512 BBi rarity in CarSpot
The Ferrari 512 BBi is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 99 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Ferrari 512 BBi fun facts
- The 512 BBi was never officially sold by Ferrari in the United States; all American examples were brought in via grey-market importers and 'federalised' to meet local regulations.
- It features a unique 'single-arm, twin-blade' windshield wiper designed to clear the massive, steeply raked glass at high speeds.
- The 512 BBi was the first Ferrari to feature Michelin TRX metric-sized tyres as standard equipment, requiring specific wheels that cannot fit traditional inch-sized tyres.
