1991 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1991 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 316 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 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 | 1310 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
