1975 BMW 520 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 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 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 267 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 205 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
