1981 BMW 528 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 530 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 528 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 528 | 400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 118 L |