1972 BMW 520 vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |