2004 BMW 535 vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 17 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 726 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 535. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 535. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 535 | F40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 19.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
