1994 BMW 854 vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1994 BMW 854. (323 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 854. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 854 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
