1992 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 45 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 740 | California |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
