1975 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 110 L |
