1999 BMW 529 vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 BMW 529. 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 529 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
