1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Pinin | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Pinin | 125 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |