1988 BMW 530 vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1988 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 BMW 530. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 292 kg more than 1988 BMW 530. 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 530. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 530 | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |