1992 BMW 332 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 4 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 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 300 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 332 | F40 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |