1992 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 540 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
