1994 BMW 520 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1994 BMW 520. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | 400 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |