1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | 530 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |