2007 BMW 328 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 27 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 124 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 110 L |
