1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 BMW 525. 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 525. (450 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 525. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | GTO | 525 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2968 mm |
