1990 BMW 316 vs. 1967 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1967 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | 275 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
