1995 BMW S3 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | S3 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
