2006 BMW 530 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3405 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
