2005 BMW 318 vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
