2008 BMW 130 vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 130 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 96 L |
