1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 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 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | 120 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 51 L |