1988 BMW 525 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
