1995 BMW CLS vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1995 BMW CLS. (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW CLS.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW CLS. (260 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | CLS | F40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
