1975 BMW 315 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 315 | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |