2001 BMW 530 vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 BMW 530. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 530. (411 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
