1994 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |