1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F40 | 118 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 51 L |