2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |
