1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 18 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 115 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (320 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ferrari 456 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 456 | 335 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |