1977 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 BMW 320. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 332 kg more than 1977 BMW 320. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 110 L |
