1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 37 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 44 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 24 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 400 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
