1997 BMW 318 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 7 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 318 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |