1998 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (323 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 348 TS Targa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
