1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series

To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 22 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (437 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 909 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.

Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari F40. (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari F40. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1991 Ferrari F40 2013 BMW 6 series
Make Ferrari BMW
Model F40 6 series
Year Released 1991 2013
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2936 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 472 HP 437 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.7:1 10.0 :1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.1 seconds 4.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 2009 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5009 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2081 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1392 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 70 L