2009 BMW 550 vs. 1980 Ferrari 312
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 312.
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. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1980 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
