1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari F40 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F40 | 120 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 53 L |