2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z3 | F40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 120 L |
