1986 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
