1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1985 BMW M5
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1985 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | GT | M5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
