1999 BMW 540 vs. 1991 Ferrari C62
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari C62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari C62 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1991 Ferrari C62 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 540 | C62 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 588 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 723 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
