1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. 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.
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1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Karmann Asso di Quadri | 400 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |