1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 36 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 400 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 51 L |
