1961 BMW 501 vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP) has 372 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 501 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 472 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |
