2005 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
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 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
