1998 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1998 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | F50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 10497 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |
