1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 409 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 1500 | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |