1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2007 BMW 535. 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 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 2007 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | 535 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |