1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2011 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 323.
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 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 2011 BMW 323 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 456M | 323 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |