2006 BMW 630 vs. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
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, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (323 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 630 | 348 TS Targa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
