1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Z8 | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 120 L |