1996 BMW 528 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 528 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |