1996 BMW 332 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 11 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, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 332 | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |