1972 BMW Touring vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 7 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Touring | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
