2002 BMW 318 vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318. 2002 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |