1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2011 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F40 | M3 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |