1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 BMW 530. 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | 530 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 70 L |