1986 BMW 735 vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 BMW 735. 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (315 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 735 | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 735 | 400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |