1975 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 31 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 45 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | 612 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |