1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 2800 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
