1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 BBi | 128 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 53 L |
