1996 BMW 840 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (265 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 840 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
