1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 889 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 1600 | 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 1600 | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 120 L |