1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348. 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348. 1990 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 348 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
