1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 456 | 120 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |