2003 BMW 520 vs. 1980 Ferrari 312
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1980 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
