1978 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1978 BMW 320. (641 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1978 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 320 | 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | F1 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 771 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3020 mm |
