2004 BMW 545 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
