2001 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 730 | 348 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |