1999 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 1 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 321 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
