1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 456 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |
