1995 BMW CLS vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400.
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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW CLS. (260 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | CLS | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
