1986 BMW 735 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 BMW 735. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 735 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 735 | 599 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |