1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 348 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 53 L |
