2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Convertible | 456 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
