1992 BMW 850 vs. 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 850 | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
