2008 BMW 120 vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (201 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | F50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 750 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 376 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
