1983 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1983 BMW 320. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 320.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 320. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 320. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 320 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
