1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 32 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 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. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | 520 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 70 L |