1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 612 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
