1971 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Touring | 612 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
