1987 BMW M6 vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1987 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 BMW M6. 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
