1975 Ferrari 312 vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 312 (488 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 312.
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. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 312 | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 312 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 488 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |
