1977 BMW 520 vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
