1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 246. (226 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 246. 2012 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 246 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 246 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 246 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2968 mm |
