2008 BMW 328 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 23 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 120 L |
