1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2012 BMW 330. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 330.
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 BMW 330 (540 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (323 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | 2012 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 348 TS Targa | 330 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
