1959 BMW 700 vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2460 mm |
