1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 412 GT | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
