2008 BMW M6 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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 M6 (520 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4823 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 | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 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 | 118 L |
