1990 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 22 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 655 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | California |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
