2008 BMW 316 vs. 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | 575 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 534 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |
