1979 BMW 732 vs. 1978 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 312 (503 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 312.
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:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 1978 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 732 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 12200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
