2009 BMW 125 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 29 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 140 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
