1980 BMW 725 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 BMW 725 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 725.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 725 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 725 | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |