1981 BMW 745 vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745. 1981 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
