1983 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1983 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW M6 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M6 | F40 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |