2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 456 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
