1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | 328 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 57 L |