1990 BMW 316 vs. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 805 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1988 Ferrari 412 GT
Make BMW Ferrari
Model 316 412 GT
Year Released 1990 1988
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 120 L


 

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