1987 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.
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, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
