2001 BMW M vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 271 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M | F40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 120 L |
