2003 BMW 530 vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 673 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530. 2003 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | F50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 376 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
