1990 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 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 279 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 BMW 730. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 730 | 2012 Ferrari California | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 730 | California |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |