2005 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4821 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |