1991 BMW M12 vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M12 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
