1975 BMW 316 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 BMW 316. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
