1995 BMW M5 vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | 348 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |