2000 BMW 328 vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
