2007 BMW 535 vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 535 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 535 | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 535 | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |