2006 BMW 545 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 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, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3404 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
