1997 BMW 850 vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 850 | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
