2008 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 740 | F399 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 373 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |