1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (298 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 400 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
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 | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 298 Nm |
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 | 1830 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 55 L |