1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 456M | 535 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |