2007 BMW 116 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 15 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 321 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 116 | 456 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
