1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 32 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 99 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 2012 BMW 530 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 512 BB | 530 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |