1975 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 36 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 440 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | California |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |