2008 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 114 L |
