1982 BMW 323 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1982 BMW 323 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1982 BMW 323. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 BMW 323. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 323 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 396 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
