2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Convertible | F40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
