1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 797 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1800 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 108 L |
