1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 17 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 292 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ferrari 456 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 456 | 118 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |