2001 BMW 520 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2001 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 520 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 520 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |