1992 BMW 540 vs. 1976 Ferrari 306
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 306 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 306. (241 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1976 Ferrari 306 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 540 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
