1990 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 650 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | F399 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
