2007 BMW 550 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 118 L |
