1998 BMW M vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M | F40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 120 L |