2005 BMW 535 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 535 | F40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
