1994 BMW 740 vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, both 1994 BMW 740 and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740. 1994 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 740 | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |