2007 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 31 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, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 BMW 750.
Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 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 Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 120 L |
