2007 BMW M6 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M6 | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 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 | 2005 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 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 |