1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2005 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2005 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Pickster | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
