1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 BMW M1. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW M1. (330 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 400 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 116 L |
