2006 BMW 323 vs. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 323 | 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4941 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
