1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 29 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Ferrari GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (496 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari GTO. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ferrari GTO | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | GTO | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 651 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2050 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2968 mm |