2005 BMW 750 vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348. 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
