1992 BMW 740 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 740 | 400 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |