1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2011 BMW 125 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. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 348 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
