2008 BMW 318 vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |
