1994 BMW M5 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
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 BMW M5 (400 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | 400 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |