1975 BMW 520 vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |