1985 BMW 628 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 BMW 628. 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 628 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
