1993 BMW 856 vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1993 BMW 856. (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 856. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 856. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 856.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 856 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |