2009 BMW 745 vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 BMW 745 (700 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 118 L |
