1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 335. 2006 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F40 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |
