1992 BMW 332 vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 332 | F50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
