2006 BMW 650 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 BMW 650.
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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 650 | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1730 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 120 L |