2005 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | 456 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |
