1990 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 316 | F50 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 671 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 10497 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |