1998 BMW 845 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Ferrari California.
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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 845.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 845 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 845 | California |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |