1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 2.8 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
