1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F40 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 53 L |