1988 BMW 530 vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
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 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 BMW 530. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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 GTO (904 Nm) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 530. (261 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO 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 GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
