1988 BMW 524 vs. 2002 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 2002 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 524 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
