1976 BMW 628 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 628 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 628 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |