2000 BMW 525 vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 17 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 BMW 525. 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
