2001 BMW 520 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 BMW 520. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 520 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1830 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 | 70 L | 120 L |