1999 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 730 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 730 | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |