1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
