1981 BMW 528 vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1981 BMW 528 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 214 kg more than 1981 BMW 528. 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 528 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
