1992 BMW 740 vs. 1962 Ferrari 156
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 156 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 156. (187 HP @ 9500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 156. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1962 Ferrari 156 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 740 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 119 L |
