2005 BMW 530 vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
