1991 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 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 509 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 BMW 525. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 599 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |