1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 31 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 163 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 49 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 512 BBi | 120 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 51 L |
