1978 BMW 520 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1978 BMW 520 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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 520 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
