1974 BMW 518 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 518 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 BMW 518. 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 518. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 518 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 518 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 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 | 1240 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
