1992 BMW 538 vs. 2005 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 BMW 538. (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 538. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2005 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 538 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
