2004 BMW 530 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
