1996 BMW 735 vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 735 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |