1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1800 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |
