1998 BMW 728 vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 BMW 728. 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 728 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 118 L |
