2006 BMW 523 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 523 | 348 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |