1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 512 BB | 525 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |