1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
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 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 512 BBi Turbo | 535 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 653 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 815 Nm | 406 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3071 mm |