2005 BMW 645 vs. 1984 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 BMW 645.
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, 2005 BMW 645 (439 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 645 | 1984 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 645 | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |