2002 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 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 147 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 131 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) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 512 BBi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
