1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 18 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 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 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 2.8 | 456 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |