2005 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB.
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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (260 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB 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 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | 328 GTB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
