1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 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 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 BMW 128. 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) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 400 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 53 L |
