2003 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318. 1993 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 456 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 110 L |
